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Vision Care

We provide comprehensive eye exams for current patients of the Lawndale Christian Health Center. Our doctors are experienced with examining and following patients with Glaucoma, Cataracts, Diabetic Retinopathy and the ocular effects of other medical conditions.

Our optical area carries a large selection of frames. We provide complete pairs of glasses at low cost and participate in the Illinois Medicaid eyeglass program. Our staff speaks English and Spanish. To make an appointment, just call 872.588.3240.

Adult - Common Eye Conditions & Diseases

Cataract – Clouding of the lens of the eye. Causes painless, gradual worsening of vision.

Diabetic Retinopathy – There are two types: retinal swelling which reduces detail vision and bleeding from new, fragile blood vessels, which can reduce vision.

Dry Eye – Eye feels gritty or irritated and vision blurs.

Floaters – Sudden appearance of floaters can be a sign of retinal detachment.

Glaucoma - Optic nerve damage that causes a loss of side (or peripheral) vision. If not treated, center vision is lost. Most often caused by high eye pressure. Symptoms are halos around lights, significant pain, red eye, decreased vision and nausea. LCHC offers glaucoma screening once a month at our Ogden campus. Ask your Provider about making an appointment.

Low Vision Rehabilitation - When vision is not good enough to read, or perform daily activities a prescription may be given to improve vision.

Children - Common Eye Conditions & Diseases

Ambylopia or “lazy eye” is a term used to describe poor vision in an eye that has not developed normal sight.

Conjunctivitis or “pink eye” can refer to a viral or bacterial infection (very contagious) or an allergic reaction (not contagious). The eye appears red or pink due to inflammation.

Ptosis involves a drooping upper eyelid that covers the eye either somewhat or entirely blocking vision.

A Stye looks like a red, sore lump near the edge of the eyelid; it is caused by an infected eyelash follicle.